Let's Kick Off 2024!
It's time to come together to officially kick off 2024! Join your CMO colleagues and Business Unit partners in January to align and focus on what we need to do to deliver results and make us better together in 2024.
What is Kickoff?
Kickoff is our annual event that brings the CMO team together to celebrate our 2023 wins, share best practices, increase our product knowledge, build sales strategies and collaborate with each other and our Business Unit partners on what is required to jointly deliver 2024 results.
The Business Units will share their current and future product roadmaps, product positioning, value propositions and pricing strategies with the CMO team. Jointly, we will strategize on what we all need to do to win in the market and deliver an incredible experience for our clients.
When & Where?
January 29–31, 2024
Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051
Registration, Hotel & Travel Information
The 2024 kickoff meeting is by invitation only. Please register to reserve a conference badge and hotel reservation by Friday, December 29, 2023. Review the information provided below prior to beginning the registration process. We encourage you to book your air travel prior to registering for your hotel room to avoid having to make additional changes.
To Register
Attendees are responsible for booking flights through Enlyte's Corporate Travel Provider. Enlyte employees should book air travel through our corporate travel provider, Travel Trust, which is available through Concur. Should you have any issues accessing Concur, please submit a MiService ticket and route to Finance > Travel and Expense and someone will assist you.
For any travel-related matters and/or booking issues, please contact Traveltrust for investigation before acting outside of Enlyte’s travel policy and booking direct. Traveltrust’s contact details are listed via the Concur homepage under the Company Notes tab and below for reference:
- During Business Hours, Monday–Friday 5:00 am PT to 5:00 pm PT, call 800.792.4662 or 760.635.1700
- For Emergencies after hours, call 888.221.6043 and use VIP Code SJE72
- For Concur Travel technical support email Enlyte@TravelTrust.com
Step 1: Make Your Air Travel Arrangements
Step 2: Register for the Meeting and Request a Hotel Room
Please register by Friday, December 29, 2023.
Recommended Arrival and Departure Times
The meeting will kick off with a welcome reception at 6:00 pm CT on Monday, January 29, 2024. Please note that the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center is located approximately 10 minutes from the DFW International Airport.
Departure times on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, will vary by team but will be no later than 3:30 pm CT. Specific agenda details to come soon.
Ground Transportation & Parking
Ground transportation is available via taxi or ride share apps from the airport. For any local attendees driving to the meeting, self-parking is $22/day and valet is $42/day.
Agenda & Sessions
Look forward to an agenda focused on insightful keynotes, informative expert sessions and engaging networking experiences over the course of the conference.
Monday, January 29, 2024
| Throughout the Day | Arrivals | |
| 6:00 pm–8:00 pm | Welcome Reception |
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
| 7:30 am–8:30 am | Breakfast | |
| 4:30 pm–6:00 pm | Conference Break | |
| 6:00 pm–8:00 pm | Awards Reception |
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
| 8:30 am–10:30 am | Jennifer Forman Team Breakfast | |
| 8:00 am–10:30 am | Bob/Paul/Pat- Combined Sales Meeting | |
| 8:00 am–12:00 pm | Jenn Lyon Team Meeting | |
| 8:00 am–12:00 pm | Elvis Vielma Team Meeting | |
| 8:00 am–12:00 pm | Erika James Team Meeting | |
| 8:00 am–10:00 am | Lee Haripko Team Meeting | |
| 10:00 am–12:00 pm | Lee Haripko Direct Reports Meeting | |
| 8:00 am–12:00 pm | Pat Chavanu's Team Meeting | |
| Afternoon | Departures |
General FAQs
What's the dress code for the 2024 CMO Kickoff?
The dress code for the 2024 CMO Kickoff is smart casual; collared shirts and pants for men, and collared shirts, skirts and/or pants for women, nice jeans are acceptable.
What's the expected weather forecast for the 2024 CMO Kickoff?
The weather in late January is cool in Dallas. Daytime temperatures average in the high 50's with nights in the high 30's.
How do I communicate special dietary needs or concerns?
Enlyte will handle all meeting planning and hotel details, including sleeping rooms, dietary considerations, disabled-accessibility, etc. If you have any special requirements, please include them in the special requirements portion of the registration form or contact EnlyteEvents@enlyte.com.
We will support vegetarian and healthy food choices at all meals and requests for dietary requirements as medically required. Please send an email to EnlyteEvents@enlyte.com and someone will be able to assist you within two business days.
Registration FAQs
How do I get an invitation to register?
Contact your manager and they will be able to advise as to whether you are on the approved 2024 CMO Kickoff invitee list.
Can I forward registration to my newly hired colleague?
No. The new hire should contact his/her manager so the attendee list can be updated and a personalized invitation to register can be sent.
I registered & want to edit my information. Can I access my registration information?
Yes, you can. Go back into the registration site with your confirmation number and edit any personal information. All hotel changes need to be addressed by sending an email to EnlyteEvents@enlyte.com. Someone will assist you within two business days.
Travel & Accommodation FAQs
What are the travel logistics for remote employees?
For those arriving from out-of-town, your flights and transportation will be covered by your departmental T&E budget, and your hotel accommodations will be covered by the program for approved nights. Any extended stay will be at your own expense, and a credit card will still be required at check in for incidentals. You will be able to book your hotel room during the registration process, at which time your name will be added to the rooming list. Please do not contact the hotel directly.
Can I stay at a different hotel?
Enlyte has a room block, at discounted rates, reserved for attendees at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. All attendees who require overnight accommodations will stay at this property in order to meet the contracted rooms reserved. Individual reservations at other locations will not be reimbursed.
Can I arrive early/stay late and stay for the conference rate?
Yes, the Enlyte negotiated rate of $269, plus tax, may be available for 3-days pre and post conference, based on availability. Any extended stay will be at your own expense.
If I need to make a change to my hotel reservation, who do I contact?
Please send an email to EnlyteEvents@enlyte.com and someone will be able to assist you with your hotel changes within two business days.
Once onsite where do I park?
Self-parking at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center is available for $22/day and $42/day for valet. Local attendees who plan to drive to the meeting should allow themselves additional time to ensure an on-time arrival for all sessions.
Who should I contact if I cannot attend the meeting?
Please contact your manager AND EnlyteEvents@enlyte.com so we can take note of your absence and plan accordingly.
What are the rules regarding expensing meals and incidentals during the program(s)?
Enlyte will provide scheduled group meal functions for all attendees. All other incidentals will be the responsibility of the attendee or will require approval/justification on your expense reports. If you are unsure about which meal functions you have been approved to attend, please check with your manager prior to completing the registration process.